Neurophysiology Technologist I - PRN

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

OU Health seeks a Neurophysiology Technologist I - PRN to assist in Neurophysiology procedures for diagnosing nerve and brain disorders. This role involves recording data, operating equipment under supervision, and providing patient care across all age groups. Candidates should have a High School Diploma, with an associate's degree preferred, and 0-3 years of experience in Neurophysiology. A commitment to developing professional skills and maintaining patient care standards is essential.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO

401(k) plan

Medical and dental plans

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• 0-3 years of experience in Neurophysiology/Neurodiagnostics preferred.
• Certification as Registered Neurodiagnostics Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Records and identifies various Neurophysiology data.
• Operates equipment under supervision and observes studies.
• Prepares patients for Neurophysiology studies and maintains documentation.

Skills

Outstanding patient care

Knowledge of physiology

Cognitive skills

Good communication skills

Ability to develop relationships

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in science or health related field

Job description

Position Title: Neurophysiology Technologist I - PRN Department: Neurophysiology Job Description: Shift: PRN (As Needed)

General Description:

Under direct supervision, assists in the performance of a variety of Neurophysiology procedures that aid in the diagnosis and treatment of nerve and brain disorders.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to this position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Records and identifies various Neurophysiology data in various settings.
• After supervised orientation: obtains patient history, attaches patient electrodes and operates Neurophysiology equipment, during operation of equipment observe studies, analyzes wave graphs, makes documentations to indicate disorders, artifact, and responsible for settings adjustments.
• Cares for all age groups, sets-up and prepares patients for Neurophysiology studies, completes post study paperwork used to maintain patients files. Adheres to hospital / departmental guidelines and judgment during patient care, attends and participates in educational, departmental, and required meetings.
• Observes Neurophysiology data, and is willing to acquire new skills under direction of physicians, Nurse practitioner, manager, and technologists, including not limited to Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
• Participates in maintaining equipment and reports needed repairs to manager. Maintains clean environment including but not limited to equipment and workspaces.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED. Associate’s degree in science or health related field preferred.

Experience:

• 0-3 years of experience. One (1) or more years of experience in the Neurophysiology / Neurodiagnostics /Polysomnography field preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

• Become board eligible according to ASET Pathways within 3 years and Registered/Certified Neurodiagnostics Technologist strongly preferred within 5 years.
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to provide outstanding patient care.
• Some general knowledge of physiology.
• Cognitive and psychomotor skills required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills that allow relaying of information in a clear, concise, and calm manner.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff and physicians.
• Basic knowledge of computers.

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